Psychologie (M.Sc.)
Hamburger Fern-Hochschule · Hamburg, Germany
QS World University Ranking: N/A
Quick Overview
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Mit dem Master-Fernstudiengang Psychologie der HFH erwerben Sie den akademischen Grad Master of Science (M.Sc.) und qualifizieren sich zur Psychologin bzw. zum Psychologen. Sie studieren flexibel im Fernstudium und vertiefen psychologische Kenntnisse in interdisziplinären Anwendungsmodulen, mit Wahlmöglichkeiten nach Schwerpunkt.
Der Studiengang umfasst 120 ECTS und ist als Teilzeit-Fernstudium oder Vollzeit-Fernstudium konzipiert, mit Studienbeginn am 01.01. oder 01.07. Sie können sich zudem auf Schwerpunkte wie Gesundheit oder Arbeit und Bildung ausrichten und absolvieren ein Praktikum sowie Masterthesis und Masterkolloquium.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Forschungsmethodik (6 ECTS)
- Psychologische Diagnostik (6 ECTS)
- Statistik (6 ECTS)
- Klinische Psychologie (6 ECTS)
- Gesundheits- und Rehabilitationspsychologie (6 ECTS)
- Interkulturelle Psychologie (6 ECTS)
- Arbeits- und Organisationspsychologie (6 ECTS)
- Pädagogische Psychologie (6 ECTS)
- Neuropsychologie (6 ECTS)
- Politische Psychologie (6 ECTS)
- Gesundheit Schwerpunkt module selection option (Schwerpunkt Gesundheit) (6 ECTS)
- Work and education Schwerpunkt module selection option (Schwerpunkt Arbeit und Bildung) (6 ECTS)
- Master thesis (Masterarbeit) (30 ECTS)
- Master examination components connected to the thesis (as per module handbook) (30 ECTS)
Curriculum
120 ECTS Master Psychologie (M.Sc.) at Hamburger Fern-Hochschule; study plan after qualification transfer in the 5-semester structure.
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | ECTS | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 3 compulsory modules | Sozialpsychologie | 6 | 18 |
| Kognitionspsychologie | 6 | |||
| Interventionen und Beratung | 6 | |||
| Semester 2 | 3 compulsory/modules (plus methods) | Psychologische Diagnostik | 12 | 24 |
| Statistik | 6 | |||
| Forschungsmethodik | 6 | |||
| Semester 3 | 4 choice of application modules (focus I or focus II) | Arbeitspsychologie | 6 | 24 |
| Bildungspsychologie | 6 | |||
| Führungspsychologie | 6 | |||
| Interkulturelle Psychologie | 6 | |||
| Semester 4 | 4 focus health modules or selected set | Klinische Psychologie | 6 | 24 |
| Gesundheitspsychologie und Rehabilitation | 6 | |||
| Gerontopsychologie | 6 | |||
| Neuropsychologie | 6 | |||
| Semester 5 | 7 thesis and elective/placement components | Politische Psychologie | 6 | 72 |
| Mensch-Maschine-Interaktion | 6 | |||
| Umweltpsychologie und Nachhaltigkeit | 6 | |||
| Praktikum (11 CP) mit Supervision (1 CP) | 12 | |||
| Masterkolloquium | 6 | |||
| Masterthesis | 30 | |||
| Total | All compulsory modules, focus application modules (focus I and focus II choice structure), one elective module, placement with supervision, and the Master Thesis with master colloquium | 120 ECTS | ||
Career outcomes
- You build advanced, practice-oriented psychology competencies through applied modules and specialisation options across health and work/education contexts, helping you move into psychology-related roles in organizations and institutions.
- You strengthen evidence-based professional skills with research methods, statistics, and diagnostics content that supports data-informed decisions in real workplace settings.
- You gain specialised knowledge areas such as clinical psychology, health and rehabilitation psychology, neuropsychology, and inter-cultural psychology that broaden your career options beyond a single job pathway.
- You can align your studies with your professional goals by selecting a focus between health and work/education during the second and third semesters.
- You complete the programme with a Master thesis, which helps you demonstrate independent academic work and readiness for higher-responsibility tasks.
- You study as a flexible Fernstudium (distance learning), so you can maintain work experience while building qualifications that employers recognize.
Employability rate
For graduates of the Psychology (M.Sc.) field in Germany, employability is typically around 82% and unemployment is typically around 18%, reflecting steady demand for qualified psychology graduates alongside competitive hiring for specialist tracks.
Overall, this points to a moderately stable career outlook when you pair your degree with relevant practical experience and focus areas.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree in Psychology (with required subject coverage) | International applicants need a basic undergraduate degree in Psychology (B.Sc.) and their degree must be subject-appropriate. HFH states the bachelor's programme must include: Psychological Diagnostics (6 CP), Statistics (6 CP), and Research Methodology (6 CP). If these requirements are not fully met, applicants can be admitted via a one-semester Pre-Semester with the required modules (Psychological Diagnostics, Statistics, Research Methodology). |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Social Sciences | Direct match | Applicants are admitted to the master with a relevant psychology bachelor's degree that covers the required content areas (Psychological Diagnostics, Statistics, and Research Methodology) and corresponding credit points. |
Language requirements
For admission to the M.Sc. Psychologie programme, you must provide proof of required English and/or German language proficiency as stated by HFH for your application. Please check the programme entry requirements and prepare an accepted language certificate (or an officially accepted waiver, if applicable).
MOI (Medium of Instruction)
MOI waiver details are not published for this programme. See the English test requirements above.
💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | EUR 160 / per month | Monthly study fees depend on the contract and study situation. HFH also states that in paid extension periods for Master studies, monthly fees are currently 160,- €. |
| Master exam / thesis fee | EUR 990 / one time | HFH states an additional Masterprüfungsgebühr of 990,- € (per attempt) for the master examination. |
Proof of financial resources
International students must be able to cover their living costs and study-related expenses in Germany. Prepare financial evidence according to German residence permit guidance, and ensure your budget covers tuition/fees (if applicable) plus accommodation, health insurance, and daily living costs.
- Blocked account amount or other financial resources accepted for the German residence permit process (per official German immigration guidance)
- Any additional proof of funding requested by the university during enrolment
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | January - Winter intake | July - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application portal opens | January 01, 2026 | July 01, 2026 |
| Application deadline (final submit) | November 30, 2026 | June 30, 2026 |
| Application deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Recommended apply-by | December 01, 2026 | June 01, 2026 |
| Semester begins | January 01, 2027 | July 01, 2026 |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | January - Winter intake | July - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|
| VPD request - recommended | N/A | N/A |
| VPD result expected | N/A | N/A |
| APS - recommended | N/A | N/A |
| Start eligibility check | N/A | N/A |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone | January - Winter intake | July - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application submission deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Language certificate deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Official transcripts deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Certified translations deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Missing documents (if requested) | N/A | N/A |
📝 How to Apply
Check eligibility for the Master’s admission
Confirm that your prior bachelor degree in Psychology is subject-appropriate and includes the required areas (Psychological Diagnostics, Statistics, and Research Methodology) with the stated credit points. If your first degree does not fully cover these requirements, review HFH's Pre-Semester option for completing the needed modules before the main master. If anything is unclear, start preparation early because you may need additional documentation to show module content and credit points.
Submit your online application to HFH
Apply via the HFH online application route during the period when you want to start your master studies. Provide all required details and upload the documents asked for in the application process. After your information is checked, follow any follow-up requests from HFH to complete your application files.
Complete enrolment steps for the study start
After successful admission and the completion of checks, HFH will proceed with your enrolment. Make sure your document set matches what HFH requests, including evidence of academic study content and credit points. Keep your admission/identity documents ready in case HFH asks for additional clarification during processing.